What is the most tax-efficient director’s salary in 2025/26?
As a limited company director, what is the most tax-efficient salary to pay yourself in the 2025/26 tax year, and any other employees?
A guide to professional indemnity insurance for contractors
Many clients now insist that contractors have adequate professional indemnity insurance cover in place. What is PI insurance?, and how to choose a policy.
National Insurance (NIC) guide for IT contractors
Employers and employees must pay National Insurance Contributions (NICs) on all salaries. Here we look at how the rates are calculated in 2025/26.
IT contractors and company car tax – with examples (2025/26)
Important tax considerations to bear in mind when deciding whether to buy a company car, or claim a mileage allowance for business use of your own car.
Private medical insurance for IT contractors
Contractors looking to cover themselves for specialist and hospital treatment costs may be interested in find out more about private medical insurance.
Can your limited company claim the Employment Allowance (EA)?
Your company may be able to reclaim up to £10,500 of Employers' National Insurance Contributions from HMRC each year, thanks to the Employment Allowance.
Limited company tax basics for contractors
A concise guide to the taxes you will encounter as a limited company contractor - Corporation Tax, VAT, National Insurance, Income and Dividend Tax.
Which training expenses can you claim via your company?
Ongoing training is key to enhancing your existing skills, and sourcing new work, but which training costs can you claim via your company's tax bill?
Quick guide to umbrella company pension contributions
This guide provides an overview of umbrella company workplace pension schemes, including information on tax relief and opting in or out of the scheme.
Contractor accountant fees – what are the typical costs?
You can pay anything from £50 to £150 per month for an accountant. So what should this monthly fee include, and what 'extras' might you have to pay?